Protect Mustard Crop from Aphids, Double Production with Timely Tips
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News18•29-01-2026, 16:37
Protect Mustard Crop from Aphids, Double Production with Timely Tips
- •Mustard, a major Rabi oilseed, faces high pest risk during its crucial flowering stage.
- •Aphids (maahu) and plant lice (chempa) suck plant sap, damaging flowers and pods, impacting yield.
- •Organic control involves neem-based pesticides (3-5 ml/liter water) to protect beneficial pollinators.
- •Chemical pesticides can be used for severe infestations, but only with expert advice and during morning/evening.
- •Balanced nutrition (sulfur, boron) and light irrigation prevent flower drop and promote growth.
Why It Matters: Timely pest control, balanced nutrition, and proper irrigation are key to doubling mustard production.
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